as in purified
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
1
as in strained
to pass through a filter
steep the tea and then filter it to get rid of the leaves
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in refined
to remove usually visible impurities from
after frying the chicken, we filtered the oil and kept it in the refrigerator to use again
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of filtered
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
24 June 2026
The 25, also non-chill filtered, is bottled at 47 percent ABV (94 proof), and that higher proof goes a long way to unlocking the flavor here.
—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
24 June 2026
It was bottled at 47% ABV and is non-chill filtered.
—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Word had filtered out from the mixed zone that Mohamed Salah, the legendary Premier League striker, was taking questions after scoring in Egypt’s first World Cup victory ever.
—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
22 June 2026
Once scientists have filtered through the data, the numbers may change.
—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Give it bright, filtered sunlight to maintain its color, which can fade if the light gets too hot.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
The Iran war’s disruption to energy flows pushed up commodity costs, helping ease deflationary pressures that have plagued China for years — but the gains barely filtered through to consumer prices amid weak demand.
—
Anniek Bao,evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
The staff memo said water would be reclaimed, filtered and reused.
—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
Verb
In an adjoining installation, nude collaborators floated inside a dunk tank flanked by port-a-potties; visitors were encouraged to use (the urine was filtered into the tank).
—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
24 June 2026
The 25, also non-chill filtered, is bottled at 47 percent ABV (94 proof), and that higher proof goes a long way to unlocking the flavor here.
—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
24 June 2026
It was bottled at 47% ABV and is non-chill filtered.
—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Word had filtered out from the mixed zone that Mohamed Salah, the legendary Premier League striker, was taking questions after scoring in Egypt’s first World Cup victory ever.
—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
22 June 2026
Once scientists have filtered through the data, the numbers may change.
—
Donna Vickroy,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Give it bright, filtered sunlight to maintain its color, which can fade if the light gets too hot.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
The Iran war’s disruption to energy flows pushed up commodity costs, helping ease deflationary pressures that have plagued China for years — but the gains barely filtered through to consumer prices amid weak demand.
—
Anniek Bao,evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
The staff memo said water would be reclaimed, filtered and reused.
—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for filtered
Adjective
-
This was a mouse study using a purified research-grade form of phytic acid, not the kind on your dinner plate.
-
The work was done in mice using a purified form of phytic acid.
Verb
-
Most recently, in April, a funding shortfall strained the supply of medicine, according to the two correctional health staff members who requested anonymity.
-
Trump responded by accusing the Italian prime minister of lacking courage, exposing divisions that had strained what was once viewed as a strong political partnership.
Verb
-
Using X-ray diffraction data, the atomic positions and displacement parameters are further refined and then iterated till parameters and quantum energy converge.
-
Generations of artisans have refined the skills needed to forge, polish and assemble knives.
Adjective
-
Couples who stay close over the long haul rarely run on pure self-sacrifice.
-
What ensued was 90 minutes of pure sound.
Verb
-
His short films as a director have screened at numerous international festivals.
-
The streamer screened an interview with series director Minoru Ota ahead of the show’s July 5 debut.
Verb
-
Data was extracted from Action, the case management system used by prosecutors’ offices across the state, and shared by the Colorado District Attorneys’ Council.
-
The material was extracted from coal gangue, which is the ultra-hard, toxic rock waste left behind after mining and washing coal.
Adjective
-
Don’t use undiluted vinegar since its acidity can damage outer frames or other surfaces near the glass.
-
Carpenter’s spare slasher is remarkable for its restraint and its fusion of popcorn suspense with pure, undiluted terror.
Verb
-
While many assumed the jewelry designer had a hand in designing her engagement ring, Meyer clarified in the comments that the proposal — and the ring — were all Ogunlesi's doing.
-
ChristianaCare officials clarified he was not fired before the alleged shooting.
Cite this Entry
“Filtered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filtered. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
